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This past Spring we took advantage of warmer days and met friends at Durant Nature Preserve for easy family hiking (about one total mile), playground time and a picnic at the nearby Compass Rose Brewery. Durant Nature Preserve is a quiet, woodsy park with hiking trails, lakes for fishing, playgrounds, a nature play space, butterfly … Read moreDurant Nature Preserve: White House Road & South Lakeside Trail

With mild weather in the forecast and more nature parks on our mind, we headed to Durant Nature Preserve Park (8305 Camp Durant Rd in North Raleigh) to attend the Wee Walkers program with friends, play in the natural playground, and explore the butterfly and bird garden. We’ve attended the Wee Walkers program several times over the … Read moreUpdate: Durant Nature Preserve Park

In early Fall we headed out to Durant Nature Preserve with some friends to enjoy their weekly Wee Walkers program (Thursdays from 10-11am). Having never visited Durant Nature Preserve before I’m glad I attended an organized program that guides you and the kiddos on a short walk through the park because this nature park is … Read moreDurant Nature Preserve

Over the past two years, I’ve learned that Mother’s Day is all about the balance for me. After losing my mother so suddenly in 2015, I realize I yearn for more reflection and relaxation (aka alone time without kids) to counter my natural tendency for wide-open family fun and adventure. I’ve consciously let the reflection and relaxation needs … Read more2017 Mother’s Day Reflections & Raleigh Events

Lace up your hiking boots and head outside on New Year’s Day for an organized hike in a local park. Every state park in NC (city parks are catching on, too) organizes 2017 First Day Hikes to encourage fitness and reconnecting with nature in the new year. Last year we visited Murrells Inlet, SC for the first time, but this year … Read more2017 First Day Hikes

Several of my summer memories growing up involved sitting around campfires and chasing down fireflies in the backyard. Here are some great upcoming programs going on in the Greater Triangle area and beyond that involve either a campfire or firefly fun! Bring your family, neighbors and friends and explore the outdoors at night! Firefly Watch at Prairie Ridge … Read moreCampfires & Fireflies in the Parks

Celebrate the Mom in your life with an adventure! Here’s a list of upcoming organized events in the local parks and my personal mix of outdoor outings combined with food and beer (give Mom what she really wants)! Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there and cheers to making fun memories. Organized Programs … Read moreMother’s Day 2016

Why not celebrate Valentine’s Day by exploring a park or program with a loved one? Whether it’s a spouse, friend, or special little one these ideas are sure to entertain and provide fun memories: Paint Your HeART Out at Sertoma Arts Center – Saturday, February 6 from 10:30am-noon; create your own Valentine-inspired artwork on canvas; for … Read more2016 Valentine’s Day Ideas in the Parks

Before Christmas we headed to the newly opened Abbotts Creek Park, which is adjacent to Abbotts Creek Community Center and Abbotts Creek Elementary School. Abbotts Creek Park is located in northeast Raleigh at 9950 Durant Rd, just down the road from North Wake Landfill. The playground area is fenced-in and has brightly colored play features similar to the playgrounds … Read moreAbbotts Creek Park

With school out for a few weeks over the holidays are you looking for some activities to keep the kids entertained? Or do you need last minute gift ideas? Check the Leisure Ledger and gift a loved one an experience! From crafts, games, movies and nature hikes, the local parks have fun activities for all ages! … Read more2015 Holidays in the Parks